About Ascend Benefit Solutions
We're on a mission to make health insurance simple, affordable, and stress-free for small business owners.
Our Story
Ascend Benefit Solutions was founded on a simple belief: small businesses deserve the same quality of employee benefits as large corporations—without the complexity and high costs.
As small business owners ourselves, we experienced firsthand the frustration of navigating the confusing world of health insurance. Endless paperwork, jargon-filled policies, and sky-high premiums made it feel impossible to provide quality benefits to our teams.
That's why we started Ascend. We wanted to create a different kind of benefits partner—one that actually cares about your success, speaks in plain English, and works tirelessly to find you the best coverage at the best price.
Today, we're proud to serve hundreds of small businesses across the country, helping them attract and retain great employees with benefits packages they can actually afford.
Licensed & Certified
Fully licensed and certified to serve you across multiple states.
Licenses
- CA: #0H77536, #0K48635
- NV: #963040
- SC: #645048
- WA: #866375
Certifications
- Covered California: #5000003404
- Small Business Administration (DGS): #1800193
- 8(a) Program: #307213
- Medicare (AHIP): #16555518
- Federally Facilitated Marketplace (FFM): #16555518
Meet the Team
The dedicated professionals working behind the scenes for you.
Sharon Lott
Director of Client Services
With over 15 years in employee benefits, Sharon specializes in helping small businesses navigate ACA compliance and find cost-effective health plans. She's passionate about making complex insurance concepts easy to understand.
Richard Lopez
Senior Benefits Consultant
Michael brings 12 years of experience in group health insurance and benefits administration. His analytical approach helps clients maximize their benefits budget while ensuring comprehensive coverage for their teams.
Maya Knoles
HR Director
Maya leads people operations with a focus on clarity, compliance, and employee experience. With 8 years in HR and benefits, she ensures teams understand their options and organizations stay aligned and supported.
Ready to Partner With Us?
Let's have a conversation about your business and how we can help.